HB 7071·RI·house
AN ACT RELATING TO AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY -- PROTECTION OF TREES AND PLANTS GENERALLY -- RHODE ISLAND INVASIVE PLANT MANAGEMENT ACT
Signed into LawFiled Jan 14, 2026
Sponsor: Jennifer Boylan (D)
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Signed by Governor
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
HB 7071 makes it illegal to bring, sell, or spread any exotic terrestrial invasive plant in Rhode Island and expands existing rules on invasive aquatic plants to cover import, transport, sale, purchase and possession. Violators face a maximum $500 fine. The law takes effect on Jan. 1, 2027 after the director issues implementing rules.
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